Dog Friendly Lodges Isle of Wight

Enjoying glorious views over the rolling countryside, Moles Leap is a self contained annexe with entrance porch, and forms part of the owner’s home. Situated back from the road between Sandown, 2 miles and Ryde, 4 miles, both renowned for their popular sandy beaches and family entertainment. It is an ideal holiday base for exploring many attractions, the rich variety of local scenic walks across countryside to the chalk downland and the stunning coastline, or if you prefer, relax in the large garden and simply savour the lovely view. Shops and pub 400 yards.

Located in the village of Lake, between the popular resort beaches of Sandown and Shanklin, the property is set adjacent to the owner’s home. The chalet benefits from a fully enclosed south-facing rear garden and has a rear gate that provides access directly out onto the cliff top coastal path, presenting you with a stunning view over Sandown Bay and its pier.
The beach at Lake can be accessed from a set of steps from the top of the cliff path, alternatively you can gain access from Shanklin or Sandown Esplanades via a short walk in either direction along the sea wall. Because this beach is tucked away and not as straightforward to reach, it is very often quieter than its resort neighbours Sandown and Shanklin during the busier months, making it a peaceful alternative for a day on the beach. As the waters are quieter, this is a great beach for surfing and water sports, as the sea is shallow and clear. There is an instructional school which is located nearby that offers a whole range of activities for all ages and abilities, there’s also a café and barbecue area which is always popular during the summer season. There’s also beach huts which you can look to hire and a number of benches to sit on along the sea wall path when the tide is further in. The walk along the sea wall between Sandown and Shanklin along the back of the beach is highly recommended as it offers a wide, flat path which is ideal for both walkers and cyclists.
For guests choosing to visit the island without their car, a favourable way to reach the property is to take the Wightlink Fast Cat service to Ryde Pier head and then the train to Lake Station which is only a 3-minute walk from the property. The island has become a real hot spot for cycling enthusiasts, with a choice of challenging off-road bridleways, peaceful byways and level purpose-made tracks running along former railway lines. You can cycle across the width of the island to the famous Needles landmark, or try the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee held over the bank holiday in May. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace, stopping off along the way at one of the many restaurants, pubs and cafés that can be found in the quaint villages and towns.
Sandown is a truly traditional British beach resort with pier, amusements, pitch ’n’ putt, Isle of Wight Zoo, children’s play area and the Dinosaur Isle attraction at the northern end of the esplanade towards Yaverland and Culver Cliff. The town is brimming with attractions to entertain visitors, most of them right on the beach front itself, so you never have to stray too far from the golden sands. At the other end of the path you will reach Shanklin Esplanade which is again packed full of amusements and crazy golf, as well as several places to eat. Away from the beach the main town hosts a multitude of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants to enjoy. The old village is world famous with its pretty thatched cottages, cosy tea rooms, pubs, restaurants and craft shops to discover. Outdoor pursuits on the island are well catered for and include horse riding, fishing, paragliding, golf and water sports. There are numerous attractions across the island to discover for all ages, such as The Needles (with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay), Blackgang Chine, Dinosaur Isle, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park and Carisbrooke Castle - or why not pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens? The sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes also make for a great day out. Beach 500 yards. Shops, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Located less than 10 minutes away from the picturesque coastline, this delightful, detached barn is great for couples - whether it be for a full week’s holiday or a short break. Badgers Sett Brook is also dog friendly, making it the perfect base to explore all that the south-western side of the Isle of Wight has to offer with your four-legged friend.
Brook Bay can be found moments away on the unspoiled south west coast of the island. The beach is made up of golden sands, and is great for many activities, from cricket on the beach, to kite and wind-surfing for the more adventurous. One of the beach’s more unique features is the fossilised forest of huge trees which appears from beneath the waves at Hanover Point at low tide, it’s definitely worthwhile booking a tour on the beach to see the dinosaur footprints in the sandstone ledge.
The island has become a real hot spot for cycling enthusiasts with a choice of challenging off road bridleways, peaceful byways and level purpose-made tracks running along its former railway lines. Cycle to the famous Needles landmark or take on the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace and along the way you will find numerous restaurants, pubs and cafés amongst the quaint villages and towns serving tasty local produce. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant 2½ miles, pub ¾ mile.

This delightful holiday property is comfortably furnished and well placed for relaxing, and enjoys views over the open countryside. Noted for its temperate climate, the island is easily explored from the scenic beauty of West Wight to the sandy beaches of Sandown Bay, Shanklin and Ventnor. Also worth a visit is the busy yachting haven at Cowes. Osborne House, holiday home of Queen Victoria, and Carisbrooke Castle, are both easily accessible, as are the picturesque villages of Godshill or Old Shanklin. Shop 1/4 mile, pub 1 mile.

Black Pan Holiday Cottage is a beautifully presented ground floor apartment, with its own enclosed rear garden, that adjoins the owners home and is accessed by a bridle path. It is clear a lot of time and effort has been put into the creation of this delightful holiday home. The layout has been extremely well thought out with an innovative space saving premium design kitchen installed and an open plan living/dining/kitchen with Wi-Fi. There is a lovely spacious shower room with monsoon shower, his and hers wash basins, a large double bedroom with a top of the range mattress added for a great night’s sleep, and a useful dressing table/writing desk to write all those postcards. The owner has a background of working with animals and has ensured that the property is also more than dog friendly, making it the perfect base to explore all that the south east side of the Isle of Wight has to offer with your four-legged friends. The rear garden has a lockable gate, outside tap for the cyclists amongst you.

The apartment is located in Lake, which is situated between the popular seaside towns of Sandown and Shanklin. The nearest beach at Lake is moments from the property and shares the same gently sloping golden sands and clear swimming waters of its neighbours. At the rear of the beach, the cliff rises steeply creating a dramatic looking natural screen and shelter for the beach at the foot of which runs the sea wall, path and cycleway. The beach can be accessed from a set of steps from the top of the cliff path which is close to Lake’s Island-line train station. Because this beach is tucked away and not as straightforward to reach as its resort neighbours, it is very often quieter during the busier months, making it a peaceful alternative for a day on the beach. As the waters are quieter this is a great beach for surfing and water sports as the sea is shallow and clear. There is an instructional school which is located at the back of the beach that offers a whole range of activities for all ages and abilities. There are beach huts which you can look to hire and also a number of benches to sit on along the sea wall path when the tide is further in. The walk along the sea wall between Sandown and Shanklin along the back of the beach is highly recommended as it offers a wide, flat path which is ideal for both walkers and cyclists.

Sandown is a truly traditional British beach resort with pier, amusements, pitch ’n’ putt, Isle of Wight Zoo and the Dinosaur Isle attraction at the northern end of the esplanade towards Yaverland and Culver Cliff. At the other end of the path you will reach Shanklin Esplanade which is again packed full of amusements and crazy golf as well as several places to eat. There is also Shanklin Chine to explore, carved by Mother Nature’s own hands over thousands of years. The stunning tree lined gorge cuts its mark from the old village down to the sandy beach and esplanade below. In the evening, the waterfalls and woodland are illuminated, giving the gardens a totally different aspect and atmosphere.

There are numerous attractions across the island to discover for all ages including The Needles, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. Whatever you decide, one thing’s for sure, the Isle of Wight has plenty to offer. Beach ¾ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 175 yards.

These three holiday properties, adjacent to the owner’s home and farm, are set with others in a courtyard and share use of various grassed areas and 2 tennis courts. Chilton Farm is situated ¼ mile from the coast, set in beautiful countryside, and forms part of the Chilton Farm Estate. Brighstone has chocolate box cottages, National Trust museum, several places to eat, shop and a post office. There are scenic coastal and country walks as well as cycling routes such as the Tennyson Trail. Discover towering cliffs, farmland, woodland and river valleys, all linked by a 500-mile network of footpaths. The cottages are within easy reach of Freshwater Bay, Shanklin Chine, Godshill, St Catherine’s Lighthouse, The Needles, Alum Bay, Carisbrooke Castle, Calbourne Mill and Blackgang Chine. Sailing, watersports, golf, fishing and horse riding are all available locally. Many National Trust homes and gardens, wildlife centres, vineyards, farms with local produce and adventure parks can all be easily reached. Beach ¼ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Appletree (ref 28555) can be booked together with Cherry (ref 28556) and Damson Cottage (UKC3266) to accommodate up to 18 guests.

There are plenty of amenities close by, such as restaurants, coffee shops and a supermarket. If you love the outdoors, the island is perfect for you! The gorgeous coastline and warm climate mean you are spoilt for choice. Walking, cycling, and horse-riding are readily available. Miles and miles of footpaths and walking routes to be discovered. Within 3 miles of Polly’s Place, you will find Compton beach, one of the island’s best kept secrets. Two miles of beautiful, golden, and dark sands. And if you are lucky, you may even find a fossil! A short drive takes you to Yarmouth, with its pretty harbour and quaint shops, or the world-famous Needles, whilst leisurely walks can be enjoyed over Tennyson Down.

This charming Grade ll listed thatched cottage, the end one of a row, is located along the village road, close to the local shop, post office and pub serving food. Having been lovingly restored and modernised, this delightful holiday cottage offers homely and comfortable accommodation, with features such as beams and ornamental fire surrounds. There is also a long, raised, enclosed garden which is a perfect place to enjoy the warm weather and a barbecue, and there is also a summerhouse and seating area. The Isle of Wight has a wealth of footpaths and bridleways, and is reputed to have more footpaths per square mile than any other English county. Discover an amazing variety of beautiful and varied scenery which changes according to the season, including rolling hills, towering cliffs, valley marshes, rich farmland, woodland, ancient churches, picturesque villages - some serving cream teas, and many historic traditional inns and pubs. There are also many award-winning beaches, many with golden sands, as well as coves and bays to explore. Also for the outdoor enthusiast, try watersports, golf, riding, fishing, hang gliding, sailing, fishing or birdwatching. Other places of interest include Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, the rock formations of The Needles, Blackgang Chine, Robin Hill Adventure Park, the Garlic Farm, Donkey Sanctuary, Amazon World, the steam railway, Flamingo Park, Falconry Centre, Dinosaur Museum, Pearl Centre, Tiger Zoo and butterfly park. Visit the historic villages of Godshill, Shanklin Old Village or Brighstone. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

This quaint holiday home, as its name suggests, was the former blacksmiths shop which resides beside the village green. The green is a lovely place to sit, relax, take a breath and admire the beautiful surroundings of the unspoilt village of Shorwell (pronounced ’shorrel’ by many resident islanders), which was named after the local spring - The Shor Well. This was one of Queen Victoria’s favourite places to visit when she was on the island holidaying at her residence Osborne House. The village is centred around its historic church, St Peters, which dates back to the 12th century.

The surrounding parish is also home to a trio of impressive manor houses - Northcourt, Westcourt and Wolverton Manor. Today, the village stands in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is at the centre of a network of footpaths, bridleways and cycle routes to explore and enjoy. The routes are scattered with lovely thatched cottages, and the village also has an 18th-century country pub and a small local shop and post office.

There are plenty of activities to keep you busy on the island, including walking, cycling and swimming at any of the glorious beaches are plentiful. You can even try your hand at paragliding if you are feeling adventurous! There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages, including The Needles with its amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and famous chairlift down to the coloured sands of Alum Bay. Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park and Carisbrooke Castle are all worth a visit. Alternatively, why not visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes? Shop and pub ¼ mile.

Little Lismoy is a spacious, mid-terraced holiday home situated right on Sandown’s seafront, offering fantastic views over one of the island’s favourite beaches. It has recently had a revamp with fresh paint, new carpets and the addition of new mattresses in each bedroom. Ideal for families, it has a bright and modern interior, full Sky TV package and is able to accommodate up to six people whilst also being dog and cat friendly too. This holiday home has a secure catio at the back on the house which provides and safe area for your beloved pets to roam.
Sandown is a truly traditional British beach resort with Pleasure Pier, pitch ‘n’ putt, zoo amusements, a children’s play area and the Dinosaur Isle attraction at the northern end of the esplanade towards Yaverland and Culver Cliff. The town is brimming with attractions to entertain visitors, most of them right on the beach front itself, so you never have to stray too far from the golden sands. The esplanade has a number of seaside cafés, beach and souvenir shops, whilst the pier has amusements galore, including a crazy golf course. The beach has several places where you can hire deckchairs, sun loungers and windbreaks for you to create your own perfect spot on the beach. The High Street, which runs parallel to the beach and is a short walk from the property, has a selection of arty and tourist style shops along with supermarket chains, banks, pubs, cafés and restaurants.
Outdoor pursuits on the island are numerous and include riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, water sports and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages on this beautiful sunny island. The Needles landmark attraction is a ‘must see’, and is a short distance away to the west, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Why not pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and Gardens, or perhaps Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK? Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle and the sailing towns of Yarmouth & Cowes are other recommendations. Shop 300 yards, pub 25 yards and restaurant 100 yards.